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I've been itching to start painting this piece for awhile now—it's a beauty, right?!Even though its aged and distressed finish is already pretty gorgeous, as part of abedroom revamp, this baby needed an update.

Before: A beautiful piece ready for its Milk Paint Makeover

Here is the inspiration behind the armoire's new colour.The bedding gave a lot to choose from, but going with a blue-green worked best with the rest of the elements in the room.

Typically I figure it out as I go along,but in this case, it was a unique colour that could go wrong.Therefore, I worked out my thoughtswith sample boards to ensure the perfect end result.

The armoire's inspiration and the sample boards to help with colour choice

Giving the inside a fresh coat of MMSMilkPaint in a colour mix of Grain Sack and Mora

Once dried, the paint was sealed with MMS Tough Coat Sealer.I love adding the topcoat, it brings the paint to life!

Sealing Milk Paint brings the paint to life beautifully

Even though I loved the colour after one coat with a bit of the original finish poking through...I had it in me to try one more thing. I mixed MMSMP in Mustard Seed Yellow and added a rough wash. When wet it had a bit too much contrast, but with Milk Paint, I've learned to give it time.Once dried, the subtle two-tone patina effect was striking.

My plan all along was to finish with MMS Antiquing Wax.I love the smooth, rich, odour-free silky finish and wanted this piece aged, but I have been considering whether to stock the Antiquing Tough Coat Sealer and thought this the perfect opportunity to test it out.

I have to admit...I'm in love... in LOVE! I will have this in stock very soon, email me if you'd like to pre-order or be notified when its arrived.Honestly, it's heaven in a bottle.

Email me to preorder or to be notified when the Antiquing Tough Coat Sealer is available

Testing out Antiquing Tough Coat Sealer

Adding an antique finish to the MMS Milk Painted armoire

Nearly finished, just waiting to dry

Creating a custom Old World patina on furniture

Close up detail, loving how the paint and topcoat sits in the carved areas

Oh Sada I am so loving this one. Colours I would not think of putting together, but it soooo works and that antique sealer result is heaven on a stick. Must have some! xxx

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Sada

6/8/2015 02:41:18 pm

Wasn't sure how it would go...but a piece like this makes it all so easy! I will sure to set aside a bottle of this antiquing goodness. When I was using it I thought of you and how much I think you would love it! xx

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Jackie

6/8/2015 11:51:37 am

The mix and the sealer just made it a master beautiful piece of furniture. I love your work. Cheers, Jackie

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Sada

6/8/2015 02:43:26 pm

You are too kind to me Jackie!!! Thank you very much. I'm grateful for your amazing support. xoxo